Where will you be watching your Fourth of July fireworks celebration? As I’m sure you know, Smyrna Vinings does not hold their own fireworks show on July 4th. Our big fireworks show comes up during the upcoming Smyrna Birthday celebration on Saturday, August 1st. So if you’re wanting a fireworks show to celebrate Independence Day, here are some of the options in metro Atlanta.
55th Annual Legendary 4th at Lenox Square Mall
For over half a century, Lenox Square has celebrated Independence Day in grand tradition with patriotic activities for the entire family. This year’s activities will include the largest fireworks display in the Southeast, musical entertainment and food concessions. Everyone is invited to experience Atlanta’s time-honored tradition and celebrate as Lenox Square lights up the sky on the Fourth of July! Lenox Square shops and restaurants are open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.* Musical entertainment begins at 6 p.m. with Gump Fiction, then at 7:30 p.m. Party on the Moon, Atlanta’s favorite party band, takes the stage. Fireworks are scheduled to begin at approximately 9:40 p.m..
4th of July Celebration at Centennial Olympic Park
Centennial Olympic Park’s 4th of July Celebration is a downtown Atlanta staple on Independence Day. The Park’s largest event of the year provides visitors and residents alike with the best concert and fireworks in the city. Live, family-friendly entertainment performs in the late afternoon and the evening concludes with an impressive fireworks display that lights up the beautiful, downtown Atlanta skyline. Each year, thousands of people come to the Park to celebrate Independence Day. MARTA is strongly encouraged for transportation. Arrive at the Park early to get a good seat and enjoy fun for the whole family.
Park gates open at 6 p.m. and fireworks start at approximately 9:40 p.m. The finale of the evening is Centennnial Olympic Park’s Fireworks Spectacular, Atlanta’s best fireworks display synchronized to a special selection of patriotic and popular music.
Decatur’s Pied Piper Parade, Concert & Fireworks on the 4th
Join Decatur’s July 4th Pied Piper Parade as it winds through downtown Decatur. Decorate your wagon, ride your bike, skate, or walk in this event. The City Commissioners will lead the parade in the mini-firetruck. Neighborhoods and organizations are encouraged to make floats and join the fun. Parade line-up is at the First Baptist Church of Decatur at 5:30 p.m. The parade begins at 6 p.m. The concert, featuring the Callanwolde Concert Band, begins at 7 p.m. in the Community Bandstand. Fireworks begin at dark (approximately 9 p.m.) and are shot from the top of the DeKalb County parking deck.
Roswell’s 16th Annual Fireworks Extravaganza
Show your patriotism by celebrating our Country’s Independence Day in Roswell with entertainment and a breathtaking fireworks display. This year’s July 4th Fireworks Extravaganza will take place at Sweet Apple Elementary School located on 12025 Etris Road, Roswell, GA 30075. Enjoy giant inflatables, carnival games, food trucks, face painting, and other fun, family-friendly activities. Bring your chairs, blankets and picnics for an old fashion family outing. The Last Call Band and Banks and Shane will be performing. Fireworks will start at dark (around 9:30 p.m.) and can be viewed around Sweet Apple Elementary School, between Sweet Apple Park and Publix Shopping Center, and at North River Baptist Church.
July 4th Festivities and Fireworks at Wills Park in Alpharetta
Celebrate Independence Day with family and friends at Wills Park on Saturday, July 4, 2015! The spectacular fireworks display begins at dusk! Entertainment and children’s activities will be on the lawn behind Alpharetta Community Center from 6pm to 9pm. There will be nominal fees for inflatables and other children’s activities (cash only please). Food vendors will be located throughout the park from 6pm to 10pm (cash only please). Alcohol and tobacco are prohibited in the park per City ordinance. Pets must be on leashes or in a crate. Charcoal grills are strictly prohibited. Some activities may be canceled due to inclement weather, but the fireworks will be shot rain or shine.
Red, White and Brew Beer Fest at the Georgia Aquarium
This Fourth of July, celebrate with unlimited beer samplings, food, live music and fireworks! Red White & Brew will be held in our magnificent Oceans Ballroom, with views of our beluga whales, manta rays and whale sharks. After dinner and drinks, head up to the Aquarium’s parking deck rooftop for the city’s best view of the Centennial Olympic Park firework show. There’s no better place to celebrate the Fourth of July in Atlanta!
Marietta Fourth of July Celebration on the Marietta Square
The city of Marietta’s Fourth in the Park celebration begins Friday, July 4, 2014 at 10 a.m. and includes a parade, free live concerts, museum tours, arts and crafts show, food, carnival games and fireworks finale.
Stone Mountain Park: 46th Annual Fantastic Fourth Celebration
Fantastic Fourth Celebration was voted the Best Place to see Fireworks in Atlanta by Atlanta Journal-Constitution readers, a Must-See Fireworks Show by USA Today and one of Reader’s Digest’s picks for America’s Most Spectacular Fourth of July Fireworks. Enjoy the Lasershow Spectacular in Mountainvision each night on July 2nd-5th followed by a special, patriotic fireworks finale on each night! Included with $10 daily parking permit or $35 annual parking permit.
Sandy Springs Stars and Stripes Celebration
Mark your calendar for this Saturday, July 5, 2015, for the Sandy Springs community fireworks display at the Concourse Corporate Center lawn. The band, Shiloh, will perform at 7:30 p.m. Fireworks will begin at 9:45 p.m. Residents are encouraged to pack a snack, bring a blanket, and enjoy an evening under the stars as fireworks illuminate the sky above the iconic King and Queen buildings. Water stations will be located throughout the Concourse lawn. Pets, tents, outdoor cooking and personal-use sparklers will not be permitted.
Everyone have fun!